The English Bulldog is popularly used to represent England or the United Kingdom. And this motorcycle named Bulldog s quite representative of the work of north Suffolk, UK based Old Empire Motorcycles. A custom, like their other creations, not born to conform and follow a specific and unique school of thoughts and design, but instead […]
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Daytona Bike Week 2014. Events To Honor Past, Present And Future Indian Motorcycle Owners
Published by March 2nd, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Indian Motorcycle, America’s first motorcycle company announced its event calendar for Indian Motorcycle owners at Daytona Bike Week 2014, which takes place March 8-15 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Owners of models past and present – from 1901 to the all-new 2014 Indian Chiefs – are invited to join Indian Motorcycle in a series of special […]
New Harley-Davidson Michelin Scorcher Tires For Fat Boy And Fat Boy Lo Models
Published by March 1st, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Wheels.New Harley-Davidson®-exclusive Michelin® Scorcher tires are now available as the only Harley-Davidson-validated alternative to the original-equipment tires for the Fat Boy® and Fat Boy® Lo motorcycles. The Michelin Scorcher 11(P/N 43100016, 17-inch Front $230.95; P/N 43200022, 17-inch Rear, $269.95) fit 2007-later Fat Boy and 2110-later Fat Boy Lo models. They are exclusively designed, tested and […]
A Visit To The Vintage Monkey Garage Studio
Published by March 1st, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.I love Garage Studios, these cool places which are more than motorcycle shops, where projects are not limited to bikes but to the design and creation of one-off architectural elements inspired by the automotive custom culture. One to discover is Shasta Smith’s The Vintage Monkey in Sacramento, California. Since most of you will never go […]
From Ace Cafe To Madras Cafe
Published by February 28th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Videos.Royal Enfield, a cult brand in India, has built its reputation around adventure riding and eating up miles on the rough and difficult roads of the Himalaya or of the Rajasthan . During the last 3 years, the subsidiary of Eicher Motors Limited could have sold many more bikes around the world if production had […]
2014 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. Indian Motorcycle Celebrated As Marque Of The Year.
Published by February 27th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Vintage Motorcycle Days will be held July 11-13, at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Events will include special recognition, displays and race classes for historic Indian-brand motorcycles (including Indian “Motocycles” from the early days), as well as participation from the new Indian Motorcycle. Attendees to the three-day festival […]
Gas Monkey Garage Harley Sportster Raffle
Published by February 25th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In each episode of “Fast N’ Loud”, the duo Richard Rawlings and Aaron Kaufnman of Gas Monkey Garage search for the far flung corners of Texas and surrounding states for forgotten derelict classic cars to buy and restore. But sometimes they re-build a bike, like this 1997 Harley Sportster Evo 1200, now raffled off to […]
Brass Balls Cycles “Challenge Coin” Fuel Cap
Published by February 25th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Dar Holdsworth of Brass Balls Cycles tells me that after many years of only building bikes, he has decided to offer a limited edition line of parts. His first new part is a billet aluminum fuel cap that accepts “Challenge Coins” that he has decided to bring to market via Crowdhoster, a crowd funding website. […]
The “Triple Speed” Concept Bike By Bryan Fuller
Published by February 23rd, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.In the works at Bryan Fuller’s Hot Rods shop, this three-wheeler uniquely built to handle and lean like a traditional two-wheel sport bike thanks to TreMoto’s patented technology. When Bryan Fuller, owner of first saw TreMoto’s Monstrosity 620 with leaning vehicle suspension he said he immediately thought, “Wow, that’s how a trike should be made.” […]
2014 Daytona Bike week. Huge Presence And Multiple Activities Of Indian Motorcycle.
Published by February 22nd, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Indian Motorcycle parties, demo rides, giveaways, celebrity guests, special events, and much more will take place March 8-15 in Daytona Beach, Florida for all fans of the brand Indian Motorcycle Demo Rides @ Daytona International Speedway (Enter at Gate 70) – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily Indian Motorcycle will feature demo rides for the […]
Win A 2015 Victory Gunner. Win Again Having It Customized By The Ness Family. Trip For 2 To California Included.
Published by February 20th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Picture this: you and Arlen Ness, hanging out at the shop, having a beer and customizing your brand new 2015 Victory Gunner. Sound like a dream? With the Victory Custom Ness Gunner Sweepstakes, it’s a dream that will become a reality for one lucky winner. Victory is going over the top to celebrate their riders, […]
Endeavour By Penz Customs. Ready For Lift-Off.
Published by February 17th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.A theme motorcycle can either be very tacky or simply wonderful and memorable when name and design really fit the purpose of the said custom bike. As you all already know, most top European builders and bikers alike, much more than Americans, are into torque and speed, and consequently have a special affinity with the […]
2014 Daytona Bike Week. Harley-Davidson Regrouping All Activities At The International Speedway.
Published by February 16th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson is moving all of its Bike Week festivities to one convenient location, the Daytona International Speedway. “After several years with our displays split between Beach Street and Daytona International Speedway, we’re consolidating into one action-packed display at the Speedway to make it easier for our fans to experience everything we have in one easy-to-access […]
Building A Captain America Trike
Published by February 14th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Are you still in search of America like Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper in the 1969 movie Easy Rider? Want to feel again like a freewheeling hippie? Want to show your age? Build yourself a Captain America trike… Yes, people will look at you, may start a conversation about how the 60’s and 70’s values […]
The Quail Motorcycle Gathering. May 17, 2014 In Carmel, California
Published by February 13th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This Motorycle event attracts to the Monterey Peninsula California connoisseurs and enthusiasts from around the world to celebrate the finest examples of modern and vintage motorcycles. The Quail Motorcycle Gathering is a family-friendly event that has something for everyone: exceptional motorcycles displayed on the immaculate green grasses of Quail Lodge & Golf Club, live bands […]
The 2014 Indian Motorcycle Demo Tour is coming to a city near you. It features the all-new Indian® Chief motorcycles, including the Chief® Classic, the Chief® Vintage and the fully-loaded hard bagger, the Chieftain™. Riders must be 18 or older, provide valid motorcycle endorsement and wear proper riding attire. A list of cities is listed at […]
URB-E Scooter To Ride The Last Mile
Published by February 12th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Many new companies are developing products to satisfy the growing consumer market of e-urban transportation. In this case, the concept being this product (scooter?) is to resolve the problem associated with using public transportation because it never get you to your final destination after getting off the train or bus. It’s a scenario referred to as the […]
Roadsmith Unveils The Industry’s First New Indian Trike Conversion
Published by February 11th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Given the initial reception of the new Indian Chief motorcycle, it appears that the Indian brand is going to be around for a very long time. So, as expected, Indian is inspiring manufacturers and after-market vendors. Roadsmith Trikes unveiled the industry’s first new Indian trike conversion at this year’s V-Twin Dealer Expo in Cincinnati this […]
Custom Ducati Full Sport By Bryan Fuller
Published by February 10th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The 1970’s Ducati Super Sport defined a new era and a new line of thinking for Ducati. A philosophy that would lead to the creation of the modern Superbike. Only around 430 to 450 have been produced and custom builder Bryan Fuller is one of many who, a few years back, fell in love with the […]
The Victory Gunner. Big Muscle In A Throwback Bobber Style Motorcycle.
Published by February 8th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In the Bobber category, most motorcycles privilege style over power and handling. To differentiate itself from the competition, Victory Motorcycles created a new offering adding the extremely popular urban retro design to the ride and handling that comes standard in a Victory cruiser, making the 106” Gunner their first Bobber able to outclass others both […]
The 2015 Victory Gunner Unveiled In Chicago And Here Tomorrow Saturday February 8, 2014 At Noon CST
Published by February 7th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In the USA, the motorcycle industry is getting some momentum from an economic tailwind. Polaris, with its Victory and Indian brands and Harley-Davidson are all going to continue to benefit from it all along 2014. During the 4th quarter 2013, Polaris motorcycle division picked up some speed mainly due to the revived Indian brand launch. […]
Captain America Now Rides A Street 750 Harley Davidson.
Published by February 6th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Via sponsorship of the X Games Aspen, Harley-Davidson just showcased a pair of ice-racing Street 750 around a frozen lake doing upwards of 100 mph. It’s all part of a campaign to demonstrate that The Street is an entry bike for the youngsters looking for adventure but who can be intimidated by a big cc […]
Harley-Davidson Raises Quarterly Dividend 31% to $0.275 and Authorizes 20 Million Shares Buyback
Published by February 6th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share, or $1.1 annualized. This is a 31% increase from the prior dividend of $0.21. The dividend will be payable on March 7, 2014, to stockholders of record on February 19, 2014, with an ex-dividend date of February 14, 2014. The annual yield on […]
Harley-Davidson To Bring Back The Road Glide
Published by February 5th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Last year, when I announced that the 2 Road Glide models (FLTRX Road Glide Custom and FLTRU Road Glide Ultra) would disappear from the 2014 lineup, many among you were surprised and disappointed, and could not understand Harley’s decision. At that time, the Milwaukee executives explained that it was part of the yearly process of discontinuing a […]
The 2014 One Motorcycle Show And 21 Helmets Exhibit. February 7-9.
Published by February 5th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.5 years ago, the event organizers wanted to create an event centered around the idea that the greatest bikes were the ones built, restored, re-worked, re-invented and re-imagined for a reason. The concept: to give give builders, artists, craftsmen a place to tell their story and make some friends with other like-minded folks. A motorcycle show for motorcyclists by […]
